2008 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 720 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | SUP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
