2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
