2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
Model | Eclipse | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |