2004 Porsche GT2 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Because 2004 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche GT2 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | GT2 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
