2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLK | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
