2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accent | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
