1999 Honda Life vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 990 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4727 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2761 mm |