2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot 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 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 508 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |