2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Eclipse | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
