2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L 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 62 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. 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 2000 Saturn L. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Pilot | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |