2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1991 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |