2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 879 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Viano (270 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |