2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |