2005 Honda Life vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |