2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX 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 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | RunX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |