1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-MX | A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
