2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 168 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 509 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |