2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 7 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 151 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 558 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Pilot | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
