2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2004 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 776 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CL | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
