2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
