2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | Vito | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
