2003 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Stream | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Stream | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |