2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
