1996 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
