2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
