1996 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Accord 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord E
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2860 mm


 

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