2002 Honda City vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 433 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | City | Outlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |