1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 148 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |