2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
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 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
