2013 Honda CR-Z vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2013 Honda CR-Z and 2013 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 589 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2013 Honda CR-Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Honda CR-Z | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-Z | E |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4 : 1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1196 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2435 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
