1997 Honda Today vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 985 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
