2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |