2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
