2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Azera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
