2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 129 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 894 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 2013 Honda Fit. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Fit 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.
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2008 Honda Pilot | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |