2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestyle | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |