2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Pilot | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
