2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

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 SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.

Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord SLK
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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