2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Outlander 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 Outlander (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |