2004 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | G |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |