2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 86 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Cresta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |