2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-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 142 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Pilot | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
