2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |