2001 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Honda Accord and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |