2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclipse | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
