2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
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 | 250 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |