2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Concorde | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
