2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Montero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
