2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 69.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |