2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | CLS | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |