2004 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 616 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |