2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 825 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2955 mm |
