2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
