2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 575 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2143 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1700 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |