2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |