2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |