2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Lancer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2635 mm |