2002 Honda Life vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |