2007 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Honda Accord and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |