2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (240 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | ASX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
