2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
