2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 244 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 446 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Pilot | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
