2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (301 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |