2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |