2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |