1999 Honda City vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 566 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |