1999 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1090 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | GL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 542 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |