2007 Infiniti G35 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 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G35 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
