2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |