2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 708 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CR-V | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |