2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Pilot | I |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
