2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 707 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (347 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
