2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML

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 ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord ML
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 4965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L


 

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