2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 56 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 (278 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Eclipse | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
