2000 Honda J-VX vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2000 Honda J-VX and 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda J-VX. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda J-VX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda J-VX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda J-VX. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda J-VX. 2000 Honda J-VX has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda J-VX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda J-VX 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model J-VX Eclipse
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2350 cc
Horse Power 104 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1405 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2570 mm