2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 216 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.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (392 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
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 | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |