2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Honda Pilot and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 267 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |