2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Lancer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |