2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Hardbody | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 79 L |
