2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |