2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
