2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |
