2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 618 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |