2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 896 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
