2005 Honda That vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | That | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
