2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 764 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Civic 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Civic E
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 3222 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 501 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 177 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1121 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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