2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 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 106 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda FR-V 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 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
