2000 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda CR-V | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
