1995 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2915 mm |
