2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
