2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 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 376 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 733 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CL | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
