1997 Honda Today vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
