2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Eclipse | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
