2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2012 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |