2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elantra | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
