2001 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 754 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Insight | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |