2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 106 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 191 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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 2003 Peugeot 106. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 106 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 | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 106 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
