2001 Honda Life vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | R |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3220 mm |