2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |