2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus SC. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Pilot | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
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 | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |