2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 119 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pilot | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
