2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Clarus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |