2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Civic Lancer
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1666 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
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 2690 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 59 L


 

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