1998 Honda Life vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
