2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Diamante | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |