2003 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 442 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Montero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
