2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo 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 183 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Pilot | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
