2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Verada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |