2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 424 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |