2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 81 L |
