2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 3 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 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 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Pilot | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
