2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 909 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 2012 Mazda 2. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |