2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Pilot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |