2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Civic E500
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 460 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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