2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Seat Formula. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Formula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Formula has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Formula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Pilot | Formula |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
