2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
