2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Eclipse | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |