2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 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 A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |