2001 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | B |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2699 mm |