1996 Honda Today vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1958 mm |
