2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 1 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 445 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford GT 500 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford GT 500 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:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 500 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
