2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
