2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Hyundai Clix
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Clix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Clix would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
Because 2001 Hyundai Clix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Clix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Clix 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 | 2001 Hyundai Clix | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Clix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
