2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 7 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Honda Crosstour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CL | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |