2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 854 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Eclipse | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
