2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |