2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
