2003 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |