1993 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 955 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1816 mm |
