2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
