2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |