2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Honda Fit and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fit | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |