2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. 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 Renault Trafic. 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 (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | Trafic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |