2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic 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 117 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 2002 Honda Civic. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |