2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |