2005 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fit | Grandis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |