2003 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1166 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
