2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
