2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 404 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.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 77 L |