2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |