2007 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Verada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |