Mercedes A class 2018 vs Honda Civic 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes A class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Honda Civic) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 182 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Honda Civic is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes A class engine produces 66 HP less power than Honda Civic, but torque is 40 NM more than Honda Civic. Due to the lower power, Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 5.8 | |
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The Mercedes A class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes A class consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Honda Civic, which means that by driving the Mercedes A class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 195 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 46 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 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: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 129 mm (5.1 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: | 14 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Honda CR-V, Honda Accord | |
| 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: | 4.45 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 7 cm shorter than the Honda Civic, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 420 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
370 litres | 1209 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.8 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`935 kg | 1`790 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`370 kg | 1`232 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 565 kg | 558 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| 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 (€): | 29 200 | 28 000 | |
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