2002 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 484 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 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Outlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |