2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HR-V | A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
