2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |