2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mercedes-Benz S 2005 Honda Accord
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model S Accord
Year Released 2012 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 429 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 699 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5245 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1473 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3165 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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