2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |