2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (345 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | ML |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |