2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Honda Passport
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz C and 2002 Honda Passport were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport, 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 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2002 Honda Passport | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | C | Passport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |