| Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 111.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 196.5 in | -14.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 78.6 in | -8.9 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 70.6 in | -14.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 4036 lb. | -509 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.1 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 62.0 in | -7.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 59.1 in | -6.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.2 in | -3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 62.0 in | -6.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 38.4 in | -5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.9 in | -31.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 46.8 ft3 | -34.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 83.9 ft3 | -71.5 ft3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Honda Pilot.