2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.

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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mini Cooper 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Mini Mitsubishi
Model Cooper Eclipse
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 100.1 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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