2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
