2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | SL | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |