2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
