2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus LS. 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2004 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Pilot | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 84 L |