2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 463 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Pajero |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |