1994 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CRX | B |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
