2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |