2003 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
