2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 462 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
