2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vamos | G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 96 L |
