2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |
