2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 916 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 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 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
