2006 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |