2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 146 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 2000 Honda Civic. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 2000 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Pilot Civic
Year Released 2009 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 50 L


 

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