2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2915 mm |
