2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
