2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
