2001 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
