2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1147 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 R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |