2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sentra | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |