2006 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Honda Element and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |