2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Eclipse | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
