2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
