2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
