2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
