2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 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 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1271 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | GL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |