2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 136 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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 (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |