2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Dion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |