2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 458 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 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Eclipse | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
