2009 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Insight | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |