2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Eclipse | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2489 mm |
