2012 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda CR-V | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1645 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
