2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
