2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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 (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Jazz 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Jazz S
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 5441 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 494 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 88 L


 

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