2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |