1996 Honda Today vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
