2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 69 L |
