2001 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A4 2009 Honda Pilot
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Pilot
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L