2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 539 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 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |