2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 2002 Honda Civic and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 206 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |