2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Lexus HS
To start off, 2012 Lexus HS is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Lexus HS. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus HS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus HS weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2012 Lexus HS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Pilot | HS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4694 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
