2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |