2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1225 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 GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 GL (460 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
