2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |