2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 337 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.
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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Park Avenue | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |