2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Eclipse | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
