2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SL | Today |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3300 mm |
