2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 678 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touareg | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1367 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |