2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
