2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
