2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 S (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | S | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
