2001 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2001 Honda Civic and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |