2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |
