2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S2000 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |