2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 838 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 120 L |
