2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2003 Honda HR-V and 2003 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Honda HR-V | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | HR-V | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |