2005 Mazda Spiano vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Spiano | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Spiano | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |
