2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 25 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Eclipse | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
