1998 Honda Life vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 745 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |