2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 197 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 800 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | Ponton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |