2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Magna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |