2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 597 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |