Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.2 in | 11.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 190.9 in | 9.7 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 78.5 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 71.0 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5346 lb. | 4506 lb. | 840 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.6 in | -58.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 62.2 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.5 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 58.9 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 32.1 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |