2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
