Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Honda Prelude
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Honda Prelude contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mitsubishi Eclipse and the Honda Prelude.
When comparing the Mitsubishi Eclipse's and the Honda Prelude's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Eclipse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Honda Prelude has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mitsubishi Eclipse's and the Honda Prelude's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Eclipse is a better car than the Honda Prelude.
Pricing: A used 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse ranges from $600 to $6,555 while a used 2001 Honda Prelude is priced between $3,860 to $15,600.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mitsubishi Eclipse’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Honda Prelude base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Eclipse is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Prelude is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. This gives the Mitsubishi Eclipse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Prelude. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mitsubishi Eclipse and Honda Prelude are comparable in regards to front head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$18,522
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,040
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,641
Price Range:
$600 - $6,555
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
63,232
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,317
Price Range:
$3,860 - $15,600
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
127,460
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Mitsubishi Eclipse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Prelude Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Eclipse
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Prelude
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Mitsubishi Eclipse Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Prelude Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mitsubishi Eclipse Trim Levels
GS, GT, RS
Honda Prelude Trim Levels
Base, Type SH
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
158 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 5250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2822 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
51.6 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
69 inches
Height:
51.8 inches
Length:
178 inches
Wheelbase:
101.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/50R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Kalapana Black
Blue
Huntington Blue Pearl / Tampa Blue Pearl
Green
Sherwood Green Pearl
Red
Patriot Red Pearl / Saronno Red
Silver
Sterling Silver Metallic
White
Dover White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthawk Black Pearl
Blue
Electron Blue
Green
Not available
Red
Milano Red
Silver
Satin Silver
White
Premium White Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
