2002 Honda City vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 593 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |