2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
