2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
