2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (270 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |