2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | C | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |