2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |