2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
