2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 69 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Eclipse | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
