2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B4000 | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B4000 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
