2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLK | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
