2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eclipse | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
