2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 627 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
