1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Eclipse | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |