2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
