2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 413 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 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 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, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
