2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito. 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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |