2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2002 Honda Mobilio and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 556 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Mobilio has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Mobilio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
