2005 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (260 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B2500 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
