1996 Honda Today vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
