2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 455 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
