2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | CL | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
