1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |