2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
