2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2004 Infiniti FX and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Infiniti FX 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Infiniti Mitsubishi
Model FX Eclipse
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2343 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 277 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 62 L


 

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