2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Pilot | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |