2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 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 | 1354 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |