2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
