2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 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 142 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806. 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 1996 Peugeot 806. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 806 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 | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
