1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |