2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
