2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2955 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |