2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
