2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 933 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Accent | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
