2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
