2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | Vision |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
