2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 302 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Washu | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Washu | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |