2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Pilot | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
