2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FR-V | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
