2007 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Montero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |