2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
