2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |