2000 Honda Life vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Life | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
