2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Eclipse | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |