2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz E and 2010 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 563 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 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 E (530 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
