2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2011 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Eclipse | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
