2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |