2000 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Pajero |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |