2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Montero | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
