Honda Civic (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2006) Specs

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2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year	2006	2006
Model	Honda Civic	Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200	5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700
Transmission	6-speed manual	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	126.6 in	-20.3 in
Length	176.7 in	203.0 in	-26.3 in
Width	69.0 in	75.7 in	-6.7 in
Height	56.5 in	65.4 in	-8.9 in
Curb Weight	2912 lb.	4929 lb.	-2017 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	25.1 gal.	-11.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.8 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.7 in	60.3 in	-6.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	51.9 in	0.0 in	51.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	39.8 in	2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.4 in	40.4 in	-3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.4 in	59.6 in	-7.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.0 in	0.0 in	51 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	36.2 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.8 in	-52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	108.4 in (over 3 rows)	-31.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.0 ft³	15.3 ft³	-3.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	12.0	42.2 ft³	-30.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum	12.0 ft³	85.0 ft³	-73 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda Civic

2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review
2007	2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review
2006	2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review
2006	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review
2005	4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review

2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review
2007	2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review
2006	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review
2005	4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review

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