2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
