2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 127 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| 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 | 223 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
