2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Honda FR-V and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | FR-V | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |