2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |