2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maybach 62 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 2007 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Pilot | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |