2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Pilot | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |