2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
