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 1,998 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 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 | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2699 mm |
