2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz C and 2002 Honda Life were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | C | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |