2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Dion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |