2002 Honda That vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda That | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | That | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |