2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 2011 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |