2005 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
