2004 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus LX | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
Model | LX | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |