2007 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LS | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 79 L |
