2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
