2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |