2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 108 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impreza | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
