2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
