2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |