2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Opel Movano
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Movano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Movano would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Opel Movano.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Movano. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Movano. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Movano has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Movano 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 | 2008 Opel Movano | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Movano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
