2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 186 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic 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:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
