1994 Honda Today vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | E |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
