2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |