2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |