2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 701 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Proudia | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
