2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |