The vehicle's standard audio system in an '04 does not have an aux. plug but you can still use either a cassette adaptor or use an FM transmitter for an iPod.
The steering is not super light like it is on many Toyota models for example but it really depends on what you're comparing the steering feel with to say if it is light or heavy.
If you feel that it takes much more effort than it should, check the P/S fluid level and make sure the pump and all...
It would have to be inspected to know if the damage can be repaired or if it is too far gone. Just be aware that once a rim is repaired, it will never be as strong as it was before it was damaged.
Look in your Yellow Pages for rim repair places. If nothing is listed, contact either a body...
They're both the same vehicle under the skin.
Since you're asking about 4-5 year old vehicles, the one that has been maintained more diligently would likely be the more reliable in the future.
BTW, "witch" is a female with magical powers. "WHICH" is the choice between 2 or more objects and...
"Tiptronic" is the name used by Porsche and Audi/VW for their manumatic transmissions. The Mercedes Benz version is officially called "Touch Shift" transmission.
The system is very easy to use. Just put the gear selector in manual mode and push the selector up (+) to upshift and down (-) to...
The console trim is removed and the switch is attached underneath.
Since you haven't mentioned which model you have, that's about as specific as anyone can be.
Benz brake pads are traditionally on the soft-side to better be able to handle the high-speed braking that Germans require on their Autobahn highways. That's why you'll see a lot of Mercedes (as well as the other German automakers' vehicles) with front rims covered in brake dust.
But if you...
Going from a 16" to a 17" doesn't make that much of a difference in the real world. The ride becomes a little more harsh but the handling increases a little as the sidewall is a lower profile and stiffened.