2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2940 mm |