2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | A | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2033 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |