2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. 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 1993 Porsche 993. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 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 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
