2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
