2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 501 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |