1998 Honda Today vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Today | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |