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 244 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 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 2204 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel 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 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 95 L


 

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