2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |