2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
