2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Piranha | Pilot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2774 mm |