2000 Honda City vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | A |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |