2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
