2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagreat | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
