2005 Acura EL vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura EL | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | EL | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |