2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2699 mm |
