2002 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, both 2002 Honda Accord and 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Honda Accord | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | Vision |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |