2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
