2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 329 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
