2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 965 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |