2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Eclipse | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |