2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
