2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 95 L |