2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Outlander | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
