2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Eclipse | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |