2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CL | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |