2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 657 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |
