2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 280 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Eclipse | ATS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2348 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |