2000 Acura RL vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RL | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |