2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 198 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Eclipse | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |