2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 637 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pilot | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
