Honda Civic 2017 vs Mercedes A class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Honda Civic) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes A class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 182 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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Honda Civic is more dynamic to drive. Honda Civic engine produces 66 HP more power than Mercedes A class, but torque is 40 NM less than Mercedes A class. Thanks to more power Honda Civic reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 4.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 5.2 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes A class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Honda Civic consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Honda Civic could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Honda Civic consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 930 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 640 km with real consumption | 820 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes A class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 129 mm (5.1 inches) | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Honda Civic can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Honda Civic version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Honda CR-V, Honda Accord | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes A klase 2018 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Mercedes A klase 2018 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.52 m | 4.45 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Honda Civic is 7 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1209 litres | 370 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 1`790 kg | 1`935 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`232 kg | 1`370 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 558 kg | 565 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Honda Civic has serious deffects in 120 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 30 800 | 29 200 | |
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