2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 108 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Eclipse | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |