2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 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 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 121 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V 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:

2008 Honda FR-V 2007 Honda Pilot
Make Honda Honda
Model FR-V Pilot
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1466 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 77 L


 

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