2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1371 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |