2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 291 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |