2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 673 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |