2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 560 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | 230 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |
