2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | E500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
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 | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |