2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
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 XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Pilot | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |