2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Outlander | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |