2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 489 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (244 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | C | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
