2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Eclipse | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
