2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
