2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |