2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Lagreat | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagreat | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |