1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ballade | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |