2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Eclipse | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |