2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 926 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
