2004 vs. 2005? - Honda Pilot

yoomit · 01-27-2006, 09:00 PM

hi...can anyone provide me the differences between 2004 and 2005 models?

i'm in the market for a used EX model, and not sure if the 2005 model has many (or any) advantages over the 2004.

thanks!
- M

Sportymonk · 01-27-2006, 11:19 PM

2005 has moonroof on EX-L models. More horsepower (255), Think VSA was new to 05, not sure.

sjlee · 02-02-2006, 06:06 PM

From Edmunds...

"The Pilot receives a new 255-hp engine for 2005, along with numerous functional changes. A tire-pressure monitoring system has been added, and EX models with leather get vehicle stability control. Slightly increased fuel capacity helps extend driving range, and a revised power steering pump provides improved on-center steering feel. Inside the cabin, the instrument panel has been tweaked with ambient lighting and a six-disc CD changer for all EX trims. A driver footrest has been added, and leather-upholstered EX models can now be had with a sunroof. The LX now has standard keyless entry, and all models get an integrated remote key and fob. Honda has made slight frame changes this year that resulted in improved IIHS crash test ratings. "

tangotango99 · 02-02-2006, 06:40 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk
2005 has moonroof on EX-L models. More horsepower (255), Think VSA was new to 05, not sure.

HP is rated with 244 and not 255

sjlee · 02-02-2006, 06:59 PM

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Originally posted by tangotango99
HP is rated with 244 and not 255

Actually, the 2005 models advertised 255 HP (the window sticker for my 2005 has this)... this was before the new SAE-certified test procedure was used by Honda. Under the new procedure, it became 244.

ecsw · 02-02-2006, 07:29 PM

2005 was 255 listed. Suddently I lost 11 HP because of the rating changed.

sjlee · 02-02-2006, 07:35 PM

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Originally posted by ecsw
2005 was 255 listed. Suddently I lost 11 HP because of the rating changed.

Yep. According to the SAE, the new procedure is more accurate. The funny thing is that not all cars ended up with lower HP ratings with the new procedure... some actually increased.

ecsw · 02-02-2006, 07:46 PM

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Originally posted by sjlee

Yep. According to the SAE, the new procedure is more accurate. The funny thing is that not all cars ended up with lower HP ratings with the new procedure... some actually increased.

well, some increased because they did put up more HP in the new year model, isn't it?

For example, TSX was 200hp on '04/05. with '06 model, they adjust the intake and small things which originally was going to announce it 210hp. But with the new rating, they drop it back to 205.

sjlee · 02-03-2006, 12:26 PM

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Originally posted by ecsw

well, some increased because they did put up more HP in the new year model, isn't it?

For example, TSX was 200hp on '04/05. with '06 model, they adjust the intake and small things which originally was going to announce it 210hp. But with the new rating, they drop it back to 205.

No, I meant that on some cars the HP rating went up with the exact same engine.

From Wikipedia...

"Many manufacturers began switching to the new rating immediately, often with surprising results. The rated output of Cadillac's supercharger Northstar V8 jumped from 440 hp (328 kW) to 469 hp (350 kW) under the new tests, while the rating for Toyota's Camry 3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6 fell from 210 hp (157 kW) to 190 hp (142 kW). The first engine certified under the new program was the 7.0 L LS7 used in the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Certified power rose slightly from 500 hp (373 kW) to 505 hp (377 kW)."

donx · 02-04-2006, 11:18 PM

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Originally posted by yoomit
hi...can anyone provide me the differences between 2004 and 2005 models?

i'm in the market for a used EX model, and not sure if the 2005 model has many (or any) advantages over the 2004.

thanks!
- M

hmm, for silver color Pilot, 05 used Billet Silver to replace Starlight Silver in 03-04.

For remote key, from 05, it is combined 2 in 1.

SRSEN1999 · 05-25-2006, 08:35 PM

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Originally posted by Sportymonk
2005 has moonroof on EX-L models. More horsepower (255), Think VSA was new to 05, not sure.

Moonroof was a big issue when I was comparing between MDX & Pilot, but I purchased the MDX instead.

01-27-2006, 09:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
yoomit Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 36 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	2004 vs. 2005? hi...can anyone provide me the differences between 2004 and 2005 models? i'm in the market for a used EX model, and not sure if the 2005 model has many (or any) advantages over the 2004. thanks! - M

01-27-2006, 11:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,410 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	2005 has moonroof on EX-L models. More horsepower (255), Think VSA was new to 05, not sure. __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

02-02-2006, 06:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
sjlee Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Pewaukee WI Posts: 1,601 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	From Edmunds... "The Pilot receives a new 255-hp engine for 2005, along with numerous functional changes. A tire-pressure monitoring system has been added, and EX models with leather get vehicle stability control. Slightly increased fuel capacity helps extend driving range, and a revised power steering pump provides improved on-center steering feel. Inside the cabin, the instrument panel has been tweaked with ambient lighting and a six-disc CD changer for all EX trims. A driver footrest has been added, and leather-upholstered EX models can now be had with a sunroof. The LX now has standard keyless entry, and all models get an integrated remote key and fob. Honda has made slight frame changes this year that resulted in improved IIHS crash test ratings. " __________________ 1995 Yamaha FZR600 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L (Desert Rock Metallic, side steps, crossbars, rear splash guards, wheel locks, towing package, full-size spare on EX rim) 2007 Honda Accord EX-L V6 sedan (Alabaster Silver Metallic, splash guards, wheel locks)

02-02-2006, 07:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
ecsw Super Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: GVA, Canada Posts: 1,519 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	2005 was 255 listed. Suddently I lost 11 HP because of the rating changed. __________________ 2006 Black Pilot EX-L w/ NAVI Chrom Step Bar/Roof Cross Bar/Clarion 10" RES/Soundgate AUX + PIE LD-1 audio booster/ Momo Shift Knob/Interior white bulb/Parrot CK3100 Bluetooth Handsfree/PIAA style White Headlight Bulb/Techone H11 HID kit/Polk db651 speakers/Michelin Cross Terrain 2008 Mazda Ti-Grey RX8 GT 6MT 2007 Blue/Silver Honda CBR600RR 2007 Black Honda CBR 125R (Sold) 2004 PWP TSX (Sold) 2004 Blue Mazda6 (GS-I4 w/ sports package) RIP 1997 Silver CR-V (traded w/ '06 Pilot)

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