2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 912 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
