2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |