2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 334 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |