2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 41 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |