2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | CL | EL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
