2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (213 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 96 L |