2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
