2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Pilot | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |