2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
