2002 Honda Acty vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acty | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
