2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
