2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (300 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | Vision |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
