2003 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
