1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 7 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Raider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
