2002 Honda City vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1212 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | ML |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |