2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 345 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
Model | Eclipse | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |