2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | 400 R |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |