2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon 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 170 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. 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 1994 Proton Saloon. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1994 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1994 Proton Saloon 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 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Pilot | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
