2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 645 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 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, 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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Pajero |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |