1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | C | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |