2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |