2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 560 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Pilot 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Honda Toyota
Model Pilot Tacoma
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 382 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1674 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 79 L


 

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