2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Acura Mitsubishi
Model CL Eclipse
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 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 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1707 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1374 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2576 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 67 L


 

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