2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |