2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
