2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
