2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1703 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
