2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
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 Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 646 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |