2003 Honda That vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 490 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That. 2003 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | That | B |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |