2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Eclipse | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |