2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Eclipse | Murano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |