2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Eclipse | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
