2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |