2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
