2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 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. Both 2006 Honda Accord and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 166 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
