2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 844 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |