2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |