2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 Porsche 911 and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 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 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
Model | 911 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |