2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Eclipse | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
