2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Honda FR-V and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FR-V | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
