2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Tucson 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Tucson Eclipse
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 147 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.8 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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