2002 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 5 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. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 81 L |
