2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
