2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 935 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |