2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 S (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
