1995 Honda Today vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
