2007 Infiniti M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
Model | M | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |