2004 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |