2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Honda Accord
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 Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Eclipse | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |