2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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 C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
