2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 3 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 (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (156 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2699 mm |