2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1108 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 G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
