2007 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
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 SUP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi SUP would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (240 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | SUP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
