2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (457 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
