2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
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 Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |