1959 DAF 600 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DAF 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 77 L |
