2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 907 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |
