2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
