2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 706 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3471 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |