2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
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 RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 RPM 7000 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 RPM 7000 (378 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 RPM 7000 | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | RPM 7000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 378 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |