2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 580 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |