2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
