2009 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
