2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 703 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo 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.
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2006 Honda Pilot | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Pilot | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 33 L |