2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
