2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 565 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (392 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |