2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 563 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Pilot | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |