2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 132 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
