2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 341 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2343 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
