2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |