2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
