2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
