1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Pilot |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |