2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
