2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK

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 SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. Both 2007 Honda Civic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Civic SLK
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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