2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1703 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
