2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 663 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
