2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Dion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |