2011 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 999 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Pilot | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1803 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
