2009 Mercedes-Benz C350 vs. 2009 Honda Accord Article
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...C230 you have?
Last edited by Tugzy; Sep 7, 2009 at 09:42 AM.
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Noob. Apparently you didn't read on past the C230 to see that I also have a 135i. Now that car has torque.
Yes, PEAK numbers on the M272 and J35 are "nearly identical". So? Here's where they differ dramatically:
M272 - Peak torque (258lb-ft) available from 2400rpm to 5000rpm
J35 - Peak torque (254lb-ft) not available till 5000rpm
It's how much torque is available before peak (aka under the curve) that is important when you compare such closely matched (in terms of HP and TQ) cars. The Benz has torque much sooner. I'm glad you like your Accord, as I liked all 5 of mine. Sporty, or torquey, they were not, however. Which is good considering they stick with FWD.
Yes, PEAK numbers on the M272 and J35 are "nearly identical". So? Here's where they differ dramatically:
M272 - Peak torque (258lb-ft) available from 2400rpm to 5000rpm
J35 - Peak torque (254lb-ft) not available till 5000rpm
It's how much torque is available before peak (aka under the curve) that is important when you compare such closely matched (in terms of HP and TQ) cars. The Benz has torque much sooner. I'm glad you like your Accord, as I liked all 5 of mine. Sporty, or torquey, they were not, however. Which is good considering they stick with FWD.
