2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (410 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
