2000 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 2007 Honda Pilot
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Pilot
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1491 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 77 L


 

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