2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2699 mm |
