2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CL | Today |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |