2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Superb 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 83 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Skoda Superb. 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 2001 Skoda Superb. 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, 2001 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Superb 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 | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Pilot | Superb |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
