2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
