2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 120 L |
