2001 Honda Life vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 886 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |