2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 941 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |