2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 750 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 SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 97 L |
