2007 Fiat Stilo 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 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Stilo | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |