2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
