2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
