2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Honda Pilot and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |