1998 Honda Today vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1565 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2006 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
