2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | E | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |