2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1104 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |