2000 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 10 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 385 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | B |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |