2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 304 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 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Outlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |