2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
