1999 Honda Life vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 2040 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 Viano. 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 Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | Viano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
