2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2002 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | Demio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |