2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1125 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |