2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 118 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
Because 1991 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 944 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 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
