1999 Honda Today vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1942 kg |
