1999 Honda Life vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
