2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 539 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CL | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
