2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |
