2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 87 L |
