2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 783 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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2008 Honda CR-V | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CR-V | SLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1262 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |