2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 64 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
