1999 Honda City vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1060 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 V | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | City | V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
