2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Vision |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |