2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Honda Accord
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. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 554 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 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:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |