2007 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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 CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSX | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 89 L |
