2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Montero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
