2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 2005 Honda Accord
Make Mitsubishi Honda
Model Outlander Accord
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 192 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L