2004 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
