2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
