1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit 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 94 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
