2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 96 L |