2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 757 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.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Lancer | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |