2003 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac G6 (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6.

Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac G6. 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, 2003 Pontiac G6 (369 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pontiac G6 2013 Honda Pilot
Make Pontiac Honda
Model G6 Pilot
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 286 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 369 Nm 343 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1501 kg 2091 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4861 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2775 mm


 

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