2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse 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 152 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 975 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Ellypse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
