2010 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (423 HP) has 285 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Honda Civic | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | GL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 423 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |