2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
