2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 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 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5513 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |