2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 503 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |