2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |