2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
