2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
