2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster 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 B (300 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | B |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2699 mm |