2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Outlander | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
