2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Eclipse | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |