2003 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 630 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fit | A |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |