2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 995 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | C | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |