2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 831 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |