2002 Honda Saber vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Honda Saber and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Saber | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2649 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |