2004 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
