2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
