2004 Honda City vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2915 mm |