2006 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, both 2006 Honda Accord and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord G
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 456 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1940 mm


 

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