1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | B |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
