2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CR-V | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |