2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CL | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
