1999 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |