2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 260 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 841 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CL | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |