2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 142 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 842 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1113 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 | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
