1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S2000 | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S2000 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |