2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Eclipse | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
