2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1300 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |