2003 Honda That vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda That would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | That | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3170 mm |