2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1260 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.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CR-V | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |