2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | Viano | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
