2011 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Pilot 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 183 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 926 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Pilot | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pilot | Spark |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
