1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Dion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |