2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 581 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
