2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
