2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |