1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2797 mm |
