1991 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
