1998 Honda Today vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 695 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Today 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Today G
Year Released 1998 2001
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 5499 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 525 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1820 mm


 

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