2005 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
