2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |