2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Bionic Car Concept |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |