2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord C
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2148 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 88.3 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 853 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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