2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 2009 Fiat 500. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Pilot | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |