2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Terrano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |