2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Honda FR-V and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FR-V | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
