2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot 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) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
